Overview
- McIlroy said Derek Sprague emailed a “lovely” apology to him and his wife regarding the New York incidents.
- Sprague’s note fulfills his October pledge to contact the McIlroys after reports of sustained heckling.
- A beer thrown from the crowd struck Erica McIlroy’s hat, leading to added security on course and several ejections.
- McIlroy said the hostility galvanized Team Europe during its 15-13 victory but stressed such conduct should not be acceptable in golf.
- U.S. captain Keegan Bradley declined to condemn what he called “passionate” home fans as debate over clearer spectator standards continues.